鐵幕誘惑

By 郭富城

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
一聲閃電過無名紅火將漆黑劃破

A flash of red fire, unnamed, shattered the darkness.

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jat1
sing1
sim2
din6
gwo3
mou4
ming4
hung4
fo2
zoeng3
cat1
hak1
waak6
po3
一身機械殼來回神秘極冷漠

The robot is back in mysterious, utter indifference.

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jat1
jyun4
gei1
haai6
hok3
loi6
wui4
san4
bai3
gik6
laang5
mok6
一絲絲亂髮如何能一顆心弄破

How can a silk thread break a heart?

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jat1
si1
si1
lyun6
fat3
jyu4
ho6
toi4
jat1
fo3
sam1
nung6
po3
一刻觸電過無人能接近鐵幕

No one can get close to the Iron Curtain.

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jat1
hak1
zuk1
din6
gwo3
mou4
jan4
toi4
zip3
kan5
tit3
mok6
為何是你眼淚 為何是一點淚

Why are you crying? Why is it a little crying?

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wai6
ho6
si6
nei5
ngaan5
leoi6
wai6
ho6
si6
jat1
dim2
leoi6
能讓我 再想起我是誰

It reminds me of who I am.

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toi4
joeng6
ngo5
zoi3
soeng2
hei2
ngo5
si6
seoi4
是流下鐵眼淚 是來自心中淚

It's tears coming from the heart.

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si6
lau4
haa6
tit3
ngaan5
leoi6
si6
loi6
zi6
sam1
zung1
leoi6
能令我 鐵心 似水

It makes my heart like water.

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toi4
ling6
ngo5
tit3
sam1
ci5
seoi2
誰人用魅力 誰人在發射熱力

Some people use charm, some people use heat.

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seoi4
jan4
jung6
mui6
lik6
seoi4
jan4
zoi6
fat3
sik6
jit6
lik6
誰人用眼淚魅力 完全令身心無力

And tears are a total physical and emotional deception.

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seoi4
jan4
jung6
ngaan5
leoi6
mui6
lik6
jyun4
cyun4
ling6
jyun4
sam1
mou4
lik6
誰人用魅力 誰人為愛恨賣力

Some sell for charm, others for hate.

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seoi4
jan4
jung6
mui6
lik6
seoi4
jan4
wai6
oi3
han6
maai6
lik6
誰人用誘惑魅力 迷離但卻極刺激

You can be seduced by charm, but you can be very exciting.

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seoi4
jan4
jung6
jau5
waak6
mui6
lik6
mai4
lei4
daan6
koek3
gik6
cik3
gik1
不加深幻覺如何溶解冰封的直覺

It's not a deepening illusion of how to dissolve ice caps.

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fau2
gaa3
sam1
waan6
gok3
jyu4
ho6
jung4
haai5
jing4
fung1
dik1
zik6
gok3
不懂親近我猶如和鐵石對磨

Being near me is like being in a millstone.

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fau2
dung2
can3
kan5
ngo5
jau4
jyu4
wo4
tit3
sek6
deoi3
mo6
不規則動作仍難移開心中保護殼

Irregular movements are still difficult to move, and they keep the chicken happy.

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fau2
kwai1
zak1
dung6
zok3
jing4
no4
yi4
hoi1
sam1
zung1
bou2
wu6
hok3
不哭本是我從無難過或快樂

I never cried, I never felt sad or happy.

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fau2
huk1
bun2
si6
ngo5
zung6
mou4
no4
gwo3
waak6
faai3
ngok6
About This Song

"" (Temptation of the Iron Curtain) by (Aaron Kwok) delves into themes of emotional isolation and the complex interplay of attraction and detachment in relationships. The song's emotional core is encapsulated in its exploration of the barriers that prevent genuine connections, symbolized by the 'iron curtain.' The juxtaposition of technology and coldness with the yearning for warmth and understanding creates a poignant narrative about longing and the struggle to break through emotional defenses.

The lyrics depict a vivid storyline where the protagonist grapples with vulnerability amidst a mechanized and unfeeling world. There is a strong sense of yearning when asking why tears are interlaced with feelings of identity and self-realization. This duality drives the songs narrative forward, suggesting an inner conflict between wanting to reach out and the fear of being hurt or misunderstood. The imagery of lightning and the cold, hard exterior reinforces the tension between desire and emotional safety.

Musically, the song features a blend of catchy pop hooks and atmospheric production that enhances its thematic elements. The use of contrastsboth in lyrical content and musical dynamicshelps to convey a sense of tension and release. Techniques like vivid metaphor and repetition in the lyrics serve to draw listeners into the emotional turbulence experienced by the protagonist, while the driving beat underscores the urgency of their feelings.

On a cultural level, "" resonates deeply within contemporary society's struggle with connectivity in an increasingly digital, yet emotional isolated landscape. It reflects a broader commentary on modern relationships, the chaos of inner turmoil, and the faade many maintain in their personal interactions, making it particularly relevant for audiences navigating the complexities of love and isolation in today's world.

Song Details
Singer:
郭富城
Total Lines:
16